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Kids participating in sports need eye protection, study shows

Sports-related eye injuries increased nearly 20% last year compared with 2021, according to estimates from advocacy group Prevent Blindness.

Your smartwatch wristband may be a hotbed for harmful bacteria

Common wristbands – like the one on your fitness tracker or watch – can be breeding grounds for bacteria such as E. coli and staphylococcus, researchers at Florida Atlantic University say.

Help kids keep their cool

Kids generate more body heat than adults and typically spend many hours playing in the sun, often without adequate hydration.

Are you a weekend warrior?

When the weekend finally arrives, many workers transition from sedentary creatures to recreational athletes. These people often are referred to as “weekend warriors” – those who participate in a wide range of activities such as running, bicycling, hiking, rock climbing and more.
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Physical activity may lower women’s risk of Parkinson’s disease

Women who regularly exercise may have a 25% lower chance of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to new research.

Walking your dog can lead to serious injuries

Injuries related to dog-walking sent nearly 423,000 U.S. adults to the ER over a recent 20-year period, researchers estimate.

Working out in the heat

Exercising outdoors is a great way to enjoy the sunshine and warmer weather of summer. But you’ll need to take some extra precautions to stay safe.

Bike helmets: Find the right fit

It’s common knowledge that when bike riding, skateboarding or rollerblading, you should wear a helmet for safety. But do you know how to properly fit a helmet?
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Regular exercise may reduce your risk of liver disease

Exercising for the recommended 150 minutes a week could lower your risk of a common type of liver disease, say researchers from Penn State University and the University of California, San Diego.

Plant a garden, and watch your physical and mental health grow, researchers say

Want to eat healthier and get more physical activity? Start gardening, say researchers from the University of Colorado Boulder.

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